Substation Construction Manager

Core Group Resources; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Group Resources is seeking a seasoned Construction Manager to own safety, schedule, budget, quality, and subcontractor performance on substations and switchyards from mobilization through energization and closeout. You will lead field teams and coordinate with engineering, procurement, owners, and utility operators to deliver greenfield builds and brownfield rebuilds in energized environments.

The role requires 7+ years in construction management for high‑voltage projects, strong knowledge

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction management or field supervision on high‑voltage substation projects.
• Knowledge of substation construction means and methods across voltage classes preferred.
• Experience with EPC delivery and coordination with owners/utilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day construction operations for substations and switchyards.
• Enforce safety plans, energized work, and OSHA compliance.
• Develop and drive the construction schedule, manage budget and changes.
• Direct subcontractors and coordinate with procurement and QA/QC.
• Oversee commissioning support and project closeout.

Skills

Construction management

Scheduling

Budget management

QA/QC on site

Subcontractor management

Safety enforcement

EPC delivery

Owner/utility coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Job Summary

In this role, you will own safety, schedule, budget, quality, and subcontractor performance from site mobilization through energization and closeout. You will serve as the primary on‑site representative, coordinating closely with engineering, procurement, owners, and utility operations to deliver greenfield builds, expansions, and complex brownfield rebuilds in energized environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day construction operations for substation and switchyard projects, including civil/foundations, structural steel, bus and rigid/strain conductor, equipment setting (transformers, breakers, switches, CCVTs, capacitor banks), grounding, control enclosures, and conduit/cable installation.
• Champion a zero‑incident safety culture; enforce site safety plans, job hazard analyses, energized‑work and switching/clearance procedures, and OSHA compliance for all crews and subcontractors.
• Develop, maintain, and drive the construction schedule; identify critical path activities, manage float, and resolve constraints to keep the project on track.
• Manage project budgets, track cost against estimate, review and approve subcontractor pay applications, and control change orders and field directives.
• Direct and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and self‑perform crews; review scopes, manage productivity, and hold partners accountable to contract and quality standards.
• Coordinate outages, switching, and energization sequences with the owner/utility operations and protection & control teams to minimize system disruption.
• Lead QA/QC in the field; verify work conforms to design drawings, specifications, utility standards, and applicable codes (IEEE, NESC, NETA, and client standards).
• Provide constructability input to engineering during design and pre‑construction; flag conflicts, sequencing issues, and material/long‑lead risks early.
• Manage material receiving, inspection, laydown, and equipment storage in coordination with procurement.
• Run owner and project meetings; report on safety, progress, cost, schedule, and risks to internal leadership and clients.
• Oversee commissioning support, punch list resolution, redline/as‑built documentation, and project closeout.
• Maintain accurate field records, daily reports, RFIs, and submittals.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction management or field supervision experience on high‑voltage substation and/or switchyard projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of substation construction means and methods across voltage classes (69 kV–500 kV preferred).
• Strong understanding of construction safety, including energized work, switching/clearances, and grounding practices.
• Proven ability to manage schedule, budget, subcontractors, and QA/QC on EPC or owner‑side projects.
• Working knowledge of substation drawings (one‑lines, three‑lines, plans/sections, grounding, and physical layouts) and the ability to interpret specifications.
• Proficiency with scheduling and project tools (e.g., Primavera P6 or MS Project) and standard reporting software.
• OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain).
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to and relocate near project sites as required.

Requirements

• Experience delivering greenfield, expansion, and brownfield/energized substation projects.
• Background in EPC delivery and familiarity with NERC/FERC compliance considerations.
• Experience supporting commissioning, testing, and energization activities.
• Prior work with investor‑owned utilities, cooperatives, or large industrial/data center clients.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical/Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent field experience.